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50+ AMAZING Travel Quiz Questions and Answers

By Author Macca Sherifi

Posted on Last updated: February 19, 2024

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Test yourself with these travel quiz questions and answers! From capital cities to geography, see how many of these travel questions you can get right!

Do you love travelling and think you know the world inside out? Do you think you can beat your friends and family to be crowned the ‘King or Queen of Travelling’? If you answered yes, then this is the ultimate travel quiz.

If you’re looking at hosting a fun quiz or having your friends over for a travel trivia night, these travel quiz questions and answers are perfect at testing your world knowledge and geography.

In this quiz you’ll find lots of questions on fun travel trivia, flag quiz questions, world geography trivia, and there’s even a travel picture quiz in there for you too.

I’ve always loved a good pub quiz, but recently I’ve been doing about 3 quizzes a week. Once thing I’ve quickly learned is I’m quite good at general knowledge but I really know my travel trivia questions. Whenever there’s a travel round my eyes light up.

I always feel that being a travel blogger I’ve got a bit of an unfair advantage when it comes to travel trivia, but hey, I’m not complaining. One of the reasons I love travelling so much is learning about different cultures and societies. I’ve always said travelling is the best education in the world because you just learn so much.

While I’ve been locked up inside I wanted to come up with these travel quiz questions and answers to test your world knowledge.

If you fancy hosting your own virtual quiz then hopefully you can use some of these questions. First of all, let’s see how many you can get right!

Also, if you enjoy this quiz, then make sure you take my Countries Quiz Questions here. This is one of my most popular quizzes so see how you can do! And this one is a bit more niche, but try and take on my USA Trivia Questions too.

If you’re looking for some other fun quizzes to do, then make sure you check out my other site Ultimate Quiz Questions . This site is packed with the world’s best quizzes on every topic, so enjoy!

And if you need a little inspiration or information, check out my other site Fun Facts About . This website is full of interesting facts that’ll blow your mind, so take a look now!

50 Travel quiz questions

1. There are two countries that are completely land-locked in South America – name one of them?

2. Which is the only US State to have a one syllable name?

3. What is the line of latitude 23.5° north of the Equator more commonly known as?

4. Which European capital was built on 14 islands?

5. In 1993, ‘Ayers Rock’ also became known by its Aboriginal name – what is this name?

6. Which island country in the southeastern Caribbean Sea is also known as the ‘Island of Spice’?

7. In which country is there a natural gas pit nicknamed the ‘Door to Hell’ that has been burning since 1971?

8. In which country would you find the currency ‘baht’?

9. If you were having a cocktail at Bodeguita del Medio in Havana , Cuba, what would you be drinking?

10. What is Europe’s most mountainous country?

11. Which lake is called the ‘jewel of the Italian lakes’?

12. In which country is the world’s highest waterfall?

13. Who were the first two people to summit Mount Everest in Nepal? (Half a point each!)

14. Which country has the longest coastline in the world?

15. Where would you find the Callanish ?

16. Which capital city has a name that means “good airs” in English?

17. What is the only country in the world to be ruled by an Emperor?

18. What island in San Francisco Bay was the site of an almost escape-proof prison?

19. What is the largest country in Africa?

20. Which capital city has the most Michelin stars in the world – London, Paris or Toyko?

21. Which two cities did the original Orient Express travel between? (Half a point each!)

22. What is the deepest lake in the world?

23. Which two countries are the Iguazu Falls part of? (Half a point for each!)

24. In 1976, Saigon in Vietnam changed its name to…?

25. What is the most southerly capital city in the world?

26. What’s the capital of Australia?

27. Which country has more lakes than the rest of the world combined?

28. Which river formed the Grand Canyon in Arizona, USA?

29. What is the only country in the world not to have a rectangular or square flag?

30. Which landlocked sea is 422m (1,385ft) below sea level?

31. How many islands does Australia have within its maritime borders – 82, 822, 8,222?

32. Germany’s flag is made up of what three colours?

33. By land area, which is the biggest state in the USA?

34. On which Caribbean island can you swim with pigs?

35. Which famous cocktail originated in the Raffles Hotel, Singapore?

Travel quiz: Picture round & flags

So, how many of these travel trivia questions do you think you got right? Did you find it easy or hard?

Right, it’s time for the answers. Fingers crossed you got more than 50%!

Plan your own quiz night

These are a few of my favourite quiz books that I use to plan fun trivia nights with friends:

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Travel trivia: Questions and answers

1. What country is completely land-locked in South America? Bolivia or Paraguay . They are both landlocked despite right in the middle of South America.

2. Which is the only US State to have a one syllable name? Maine . This one was an easy one, right? If you want some more US Trivia Questions , open up this quiz and see how well you can do.

3. What is the line of latitude 23.5° north of the Equator more commonly known as? The Tropic of Cancer

4. Which European capital was built on 14 islands? Stockholm . The whole of Sweden actually has over 221,800 islands, making it the most in the world.

5. In 1993, ‘Ayers Rock’ also became known by its Aboriginal name, what is this name? Uluru . This is to respect the Aboriginal people as the custodians of the land.

6. Which island country in the southeastern Caribbean Sea is also known as the ‘Island of Spice’? Grenada . You can get some damn good rum from there too.

7. In which country is there a natural gas pit nicknamed the ‘Door to Hell’ that has been burning since 1971? Turkmenistan . Google the pictures, it’s crazy.

8. In which country would you find the currency ‘baht’? Thailand

9. If you were having a cocktail at Bodeguita del Medio in Havana, Cuba, what would you be drinking? A mojito . This drink was invented in this bar.

10. What is Europe’s most mountainous country? Switzerland

11. Which lake is called the ‘jewel of the Italian lakes’? Lake Como

12. In which country is the world’s highest waterfall? Venezuela

13. Who were the first two people to summit Mount Everest in Nepal? (Half a point each!) Tenzing Norgay and Sir Edmund Hillary . This is one of the harder travel trivia questions!

14. Which country has the longest coastline in the world? Canada

15. Where would you find the Callanish? The Isle of Harris in Scotland . You can read all about it here ! Basically, it is Scotland’s version of Stonehenge dating back thousands of years. It really is fascinating.

16. Which capital city has a name that means “good airs” in English? Buenos Aires in Argentina . Hopefully you knew that one.

17. What is the only country in the world to be ruled by an Emperor? Japan . The current emperor of Japan is Naruhito.

18. What island in San Francisco Bay was the site of an almost escape-proof prison? Alcatraz . Now you can take tours of Alcatraz to see what life would have been like in the prison.

19. What is the largest country in Africa? Algeria . This is one of those geography trivia questions that always comes up.

20. Which capital city has the most Michelin stars in the world – London, Paris or Toyko? Tokyo . I always think this question is quite surprising!

21. Which two cities did the original Orient Express travel between? (Half a point each!) Paris and Istanbul

22. What is the deepest lake in the world? Lake Baikal in Russia.

23. Which two countries are the Iguazu Falls part of? (Half a point for each!) Argentina and Brazil

24. In 1976, Saigon in Vietnam changed its name to…? Ho Chi Minh City . If you’re planning of visiting this city, you can check out my Vietnam packing list to help you on your way!

25. What is the most southerly capital city in the world? Wellington . This is such a beautiful city to visit.

26. What’s the capital of Australia? Canberra . Come on, you got this one, right? This is one of those travel questions and answers that a lot of people get wrong!

27. Which country has more lakes than the rest of the world combined? Canada

28. Which river formed the Grand Canyon in Arizona, USA? Colorado

29. What is the only country in the world not to have a rectangular or square flag? Nepal . This is a great road trip trivia question when you’re travelling with the family.

30. Which landlocked sea is 422m (1385ft) below sea level? The Dead Sea bordering Jordan and Israel. It’s the one where you can’t sink due to the high concentration of salt!

31. How many islands does Australia have within its maritime borders – 82, 822, 8,222? 8,222 . I visited one of them at Lord Howe Island last year. It’s definitely not what you’d expect but it’s incredibly beautiful!

32. Germany’s flag is made up of what three colours? Black, red and yellow . The same as Belgium but the lines are in a different configuration.

33. By land area, which is the biggest state in the USA? Alaska . This was the second last state to be incorporated into the United States of America in 1959.

34. On which Caribbean island can you swim with pigs? Bahamas . It sounds weird but it’s become such a popular tourist attraction these days. I just had to ask this in my vacation quiz!

35. Which famous cocktail originated in the Raffles Hotel, Singapore? The Singapore Sling

Travel trivia: Picture round answers

(Landmark = 1 point, capital city = 1 point)

1. Angkor Wat, Cambodia

2. Leaning Tower of Pisa, Italy

3. Golden Gate Bridge, USA

4. Christ the Redeemer, Brazil

5. Taj Mahal, India

Travel quiz: Flag answers

(Flag= 1 point)

3. Colombia

4. South Africa

5. Thailand

In total there are 55 points up for grabs in this travel and tourism quiz. The question is, how many did you get? You can let me know in the comments below!

Did you enjoy my travel quiz questions and answers? If so, make sure you share it with your friends and family! Test them and see how they do. I bet you can beat them though.

And don’t forget you can take the Ultimate Countries Quiz and the ever popular Funny Quiz Questions . All you sports fans can take on my Sports Quiz too. If you enjoyed these questions from around the world, then you’ll love these quizzes too!

Also, make sure you check out our quizzes about Great Britain and England over on the Great British Bucket List. They’re really enjoyable too!

About the Author

Macca Sherifi is the founder of the multiple award-winning blogs An Adventurous World and the Great British Bucket List. Every month he inspires over 200,000 avid readers to travel the world.

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Tuesday 21st of June 2022

52 out of 55. Decent quiz, I enjoyed that. Thought the Hell pit was in Uzbekistan for some reason. I thought the island of spice was Cuba... Idiot Knew Callanish was Scottish but answered as Ireland when doing the quiz.

Macca Sherifi

Wednesday 22nd of June 2022

That's a great effort Craig, well done!

Saturday 30th of January 2021

I didn't do too well, but enjoyed it a lot. Just one small point: Germany's flag is made up of the colours red, black and gold, not yellow. It dates back to the Prussian resistance against Napoleonic rule. Volunteer soldiers wore black uniforms with red buttons and golden trimmings. The colours became a symbol of freedom and nation. Thanks for the great quiz.

Santosh K Saha

Thursday 28th of October 2021

@Jean, Good photograph took. Thank you.

Santosh Saha

Tuesday 2nd of March 2021

Thanks for the comment Jean. I'm glad you enjoyed the quiz, and it's always good to have a bit more background information on Germany!

Pradip Karki

Monday 13th of July 2020

That was really fun idea. Although I didn't do well on your test but it was actually really fun to learn new things about the world.

Hope to see your coming blog. Thanks for the post.

Tuesday 26th of October 2021

@Pradip Karki, Send me more quizzes. Thank you.

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What is the significance of the european grand tours in the history of tourism, how did railroads impact tourism in the mid-to-late 19th century, what were the key factors that expanded international travel post–world war ii, how do digital tools contribute to modern tourism, what was the total revenue generated by global tourism in 2018, what are some key positive influences of tourism, what are some potential negative impacts of tourism, what are some future challenges facing the travel and tourism industry, how can the travel and tourism industry remain competitive and sustainable, what are some ways in which tourism can stimulate local entrepreneurship, traveling the world: an overview of tourism.

Tourism is one global force that connects diverse cultures while fostering economic growth across the globe. As travelers venture out to explore new lands and experiences, they leave indelible marks on local communities, ecosystems, and economies. This comprehensive guide will delve into the world of travel and tourism, covering its history, scope, impacts, and challenges.

A Brief History of Tourism

The concept of organized leisure travel began with the European Grand Tours during the late 17th century. Wealthy Europeans set off on extended trips throughout various countries, often inspired by the writings of famous poets, artists, and authors. By the mid-to-late 19th century, railroads made it easier to reach destinations, leading to increased tourism. Post–World War II, mass transportation and affordable airfare expanded international travels' accessibility. Today, we witness the rise of modern tourism with digital tools facilitating bookings, sharing reviews, and connecting people from around the globe.

Scope of Global Tourism

In 2018, over 1.4 billion tourists traveled internationally, generating approximately $1.7 trillion in revenue. Domestic tourism also plays a significant role; considering both domestic and international trips, annual tourism revenues exceeded $7 trillion worldwide. These numbers demonstrate how vital travel has become for driving economic development through employment opportunities, accommodation services, transport systems, attractions, shopping centers, and entertainment venues.

Impacts of Tourism

Positive impacts.

Some key positive influences include job creation, cultural exchange, infrastructure improvement, environmental conservation efforts, and improved connectivity between regions, nations, and continents. Moreover, tourist spending may stimulate local entrepreneurship, especially among marginalized groups within underdeveloped areas.

Negative Impacts

A potential downside lies in increased pollution, resource depletion, cultural displacement, strained public services, and rising costs of living due to higher demand caused by the influx of visitors. Additionally, poorly managed tourism can lead to crime and corruption issues, exacerbating unemployment levels if locals cannot benefit equitably from this industry.

Future Challenges Facing Travel & Tourism Industry

Rising levels of competition, increasing regulatory requirements, changing consumer demands, natural disasters, security threats, pandemics, and climate change pose considerable challenges for the travel and tourism sector. To remain competitive and sustainable, these industries must ensure responsible tourism practices, constant innovation, collaboration with stakeholders, and transparency regarding their impact on society and the environment.

Together, these insights illustrate the profound implications of traveling and exploring our interconnected planet. From humble origins during the Age of Enlightenment to today's thriving global phenomenon, the evolution of tourism continues to shape our understanding and appreciation of the earth's diverse peoples and places.

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Sustainable tourism coursera week 1 quiz answers.

Course link:  https://www.coursera.org/learn/sustainable-tourism

Sustainable Tourism Coursera Week 1 Quiz Answers – Global trends in tourism

1. Since the 1950’s international tourist arrivals have increased from 25 million globally, to 527 million in 1995, and 1.2 billion in 2016. How many billion of international tourist arrivals (annually) are expected by 2030?

1.6 billion

1.8 billion

1.9 billion

2.1 billion

2. According to figures from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) it is estimated that airline passengers during transport generated 5.2m tons of waste in 2016. The figure is expected to…

… be the same by 2030

… double by 2030

… triple by 2030

3. As presented in the report Tourism Highlights 2017, The World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO), estimates that the tourist arrivals between 2010 and 2030, with regard to both emerging destinations and advanced economies, respectively, will what:

The, arrivals in emerging destinations (-0.4% a year) are expected to decrease annually at twice the rate of those in advanced economies (-0.2% a year).

The, arrivals in emerging destinations (+4.8% a year) are expected to increase annually at the same rate of those in advanced economies (+4.8% a year).

The, arrivals in emerging destinations (+4.4% a year) are expected to increase annually at twice the rate of those in advanced economies (+2.2% a year).

4. Which of the charts below shows according to UNWTO the correct distribution between means of transportation by tourists in 2018?

air (25%), road (49%), rail (2%), water (14%)

air (35%), road (39%), rail (2%), water (4%)

air (58%), road (37%), rail (2%), water (4%)

5. The World Bank provides open data on International tourism arrivals. Please explore the data. How many international arrivals do you find respectively for Indonesia and Caribbean Small States for the years 2000 and 2015?

Year 2000: Indonesia: 5.064.000, Caribbean Small States 4.991.000 – Year 2015: Indonesia: 6.422.700, Caribbean Small States 10.407.000

Year 2000: Indonesia: 9.064.000, Caribbean Small States 4.991.000 – Year 2015: Indonesia: 10.407.000, Caribbean Small States 6.422.700

Year 2000: Indonesia: 5.064.000, Caribbean Small States 11.115.377 – Year 2015: Indonesia: 10.407.000, Caribbean Small States 17.200.000

Sustainable Tourism Coursera Week 1 Quiz Answers – Tourism and the global sustainability agenda

1. According to Professor Stefan Gössling, the World Tourist Organisation and many governments in developing countries focus upon growth in the tourist sector. This supports the paradigm that tourism is a growth sector supporting e.g. job creation for a low skilled workforce . However, Prof. Gössling calls for a different discussion about tourism – What question would Gössling like to discuss?

What does the money actually do to strengthen the local government?

What does the money actually do within the local tourism sector?

What does the money actually do within the destinations?

2. The UNWTO report, Tourism and the Sustainable Development Goals, Journey to 2030 – Highlights, mentions some of tourism’s challenges and threats, including irresponsible consumption and production and poor management of resources and waste. The achievement of which SDG’s are the most impacted by these Challenges and threats (multiple correct answers).

SDG 7 ‘Affordable and Clean Energy’

SDG 4 ‘Quality Education’

SDG 11 ‘Sustainable Cities and Communities’

SDG 14 ‘Life below Water’

SDG 3 ‘Good Health and Well-being’

SDG 12 ‘Responsible Consumption and Production’

Sustainable Tourism Coursera Week 1 Quiz Answers – The impacts of tourism on local communities

1. Which statement describes correctly the employment situation for Zanzibaris in the tourism sector on Zanzibar?

Zanzibaris hold 52% of managerial positions in restaurants and 46% in hotels compared with 43% of unskilled jobs in hotels and 47% in restaurants, respectively.

Zanzibaris hold 11% of managerial positions in restaurants and 46% in hotels compared with 83% and 70% of unskilled jobs in hotels and restaurants, respectively.

Zanzibaris hold 52% of managerial positions in restaurants and 46% in hotels compared with 83% of unskilled jobs in hotels and 70% in restaurants, respectively.

2. Even though the tourist industry has a capacity for economic growth for local communities, it is not always the case. A study from Zanzibar published in 2015 found that…

60% of the GDP generated by tourism accrued to local communities; 5% went to the government in the form of taxes and 12% to Zanzibaris from outside the local communities. Non-Zanzibaris, from mainland Tanzania and other countries, obtain 23% of tourism GDP.

40% of the GDP generated by tourism accrued to local communities; 15% went to the government in the form of taxes and 12% to Zanzibaris from outside the local communities. Non-Zanzibaris, from mainland Tanzania and other countries, obtain 33% of tourism GDP.

20% of the GDP generated by tourism accrued to local communities; 15% went to the government in the form of taxes and 12% to Zanzibaris from outside the local communities. Non-Zanzibaris, from mainland Tanzania and other countries, obtain 53% of tourism GDP.

3. As one of the fastest growing economic sectors in the world, tourism is increasingly recognized as a vital contributor to job and wealth creation, environmental protection, cultural preservation and poverty alleviation. However, this is far from always happening because…

… the failure of the state to fulfil its responsibilities to translate the opportunities presented by tourism into social and economic development or ‘public goods’.

…the failure of the local tourist organisation to fulfil its responsibilities to translate the opportunities presented by tourism into social and economic development or ‘public goods’.

…the failure of the educational system to fulfil its responsibilities to translate the opportunities presented by tourism into social and economic development or ‘public goods’.

4. Associate Professor Stig Jensen highlight that the growing number of tourists from Africa traveling to other destinations in Africa, may contribute more economically per person to the local communities than the tourists from North e.g. Europe. Why? (select 4 answers).

They spend money shopping in big malls

They hire local guides

They mostly choose small hotels

They choose restaurants with local food

They buy food from locals

Sustainable Tourism Coursera Week 1 Quiz Answers – International hotel certifications Quiz

1. Tourist sustainability certification can (Source: Dodds & Joppe, 2005)” be described as:

“The process of assuring industry and consumers that the assessed company has met a set of minimum standards. The purpose of certification has been to achieve mandatory standards which meet or exceed baseline standards or legislation”

“The process of assuring industry and consumers that the assessed company has met a set of minimum standards. The purpose of certification has been to achieve voluntary standards which meet or exceed baseline standards or legislation”

2. The sustainability certification schemes can be divided into three main types. Below you see short statements on each type as described by Professor Flemming Konradsen. One of the statements has been manipulated and is no longer correct. Which one?

The first level certification involves a destination or business that has develop its own sustainable management system. It could be developed to fit its own needs and political or sector specific priorities. The quality of the scheme is not verified by any external organisations.

The third level certification is much like the second certification; however, a major difference lies in the control. As soon as a destination or business has implemented a set of criteria developed by an independent organisation, a third part verifier, an auditor, will confirm that the destination or business conforms to the developed criteria.

The second level certification is where a local or international organisation develops a set of criteria for a business or destination for them to meet. It could be based on local needs and priorities and may even follow international standards. The organisation responsible for the content of the criteria will not check nor approve the destination or business.

3. In the interview, Niels Riis Jensen mentions GSTC. GSTC or the Global Sustainable Tourism Council is an independent, neutral non-profit organization which establishes and manages global sustainable standards, GSTC Criteria. These criteria are “the guiding principles and minimum requirements that any tourism business or destination should aspire to reach in order to protect and sustain the world’s natural and cultural resources, while ensuring tourism meets its potential as a tool for conservation and poverty alleviation.”. GSTC has two sets of criteria. Which? (multiple correct answers).

Destination Criteria

Industry Criteria

Hotel Criteria

Transportation Criteria

Tour operator Criteria

4. Niels Riis Jensen recognizes that it is costly and in other ways demanding to achieve an internationally approved third level certification. To facilitate the procedure, he suggests small hotels to…

… pool knowledge among more hotels and work together

… develop their own sustainable management system

… choose a second level certification as an alternative

5. The survey Environmental Sustainability in the Hospitality Industry: Best Practices, Guest Participation, and Customer Satisfaction, gives a strong indication “that travelers who do not participate in hotels’ green programs would be willing to do so if they were given incentives. Although many guests’ green behavior is motivated by their personal beliefs, the survey found that others would respond to rewards, including frequent guest points or food vouchers.”. How big a percentage of guests who are not currently participating in hotels’ green programs would according to the survey take action if rewards were offered?

Less than 50%

Between 50% and 80%

More than 80%

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A groundbreaking statistical framework, developed under the leadership of UN Tourism, has been adopted by all 193 UN member states.

The Statistical Framework for Measuring the Sustainability of Tourism (MST) thus becomes the internationally agreed reference framework for measuring the economic, social and environmental aspects of tourism.

The adoption by the UN Statistical Commission at its 55th session (27 February – 1 March 2024) marks a historical milestone towards harnessing the full potential of the sector, providing a solution to the pressing need for a harmonized methodology to effectively assess the sustainability of tourism.

"Tourism is a powerful force for positive change when managed responsibly and sustainably," says Zurab Pololikashvili, UN Tourism Secretary General. "The adoption of the Statistical Framework for Measuring the Sustainability of Tourism marks a paradigm shift, going beyond GDP by enabling the measurement of what matters most to people and planet."

The adoption of the Statistical Framework for Measuring the Sustainability of Tourism marks a paradigm shift, going beyond GDP by enabling the measurement of what matters most to people and planet

Collaborative effort

This achievement is the fruit of a seven-year UN process led by Austria and Spain as co-chairs of the UN Tourism Committee on Statistics, with Saudi Arabia and Seychelles as co-vice chairs.  Under auspices of the Committee, the Framework was developed thanks to the extraordinary work of the multistakeholder Expert Group on Measuring the Sustainability of Tourism composed of 40+ countries and 30+ international and regional organizations including the UN Statistics Division, the International Labour Organization (ILO), subnational authorities and observatories, academia and others.

The work involved technical guidance from an Editorial Board chaired first by the Philippines and then by Canada, as well as extensive engagement and consultation with input from numerous pilots in countries.

The Statistical Commission expressed an overwhelmingly enthusiastic support with 34 countries, 3 world regions and international organizations taking active part in the deliberations: Antigua and Barbuda, Austria, Benin on behalf of the African Group, Cabo Verde, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Egypt, Finland on behalf of the European Statistical System, Greece, Jamaica, India, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Malta, Mexico, Morocco, the Netherlands, New Zealand, the Philippines, Portugal, Qatar, Saudi Arabia on behalf of the Gulf Cooperation Council, Slovenia, Spain, Tajikistan, Tanzania, United Arab Emirates, United States of America, the Committee for the Coordination of Statistical Activities and ILO.  

Looking ahead, the Commission also welcomed the future development of an implementation programme, including a compilation guide, and called on the international donor community to support the financing for measuring the sustainability of tourism.

Established in 1947, the UN Statistical Commission gathers Chief Statisticians from Member States and international organizations, and is the highest decision-making body for international statistical activities. The last time that the Commission adopted a statistical standard for tourism was in 2008, when the International Recommendations for Tourism Statistics and the Tourism Satellite Account framework were presented.

Closing the gap between policy and statistics

In the margins of the United Nations Statistical Commission, Austria, Spain and UN Tourism co-organized the high-level side event “Measuring the Sustainability of Tourism: Closing the gap between policy and statistics”, in collaboration with the UN Committee for Economic-Environmental Accounting. Austria and Spain shared their vision on the importance of the Statistical Framework for Measuring the Sustainability of Tourism for evidence-based policy and decisions, while acknowledging its significance in upholding the relevance of statistical systems worldwide and the links to key topics like data governance and stewardship.

Mexico, the Philippines and Canada reflected on their pioneering experiences with implementing the framework, showcasing the power of integrating data from different domains and sources to distil more holistic and meaningful information on tourism.

The event raised awareness of the Statistical Framework for MST and functioned as an informative preamble to the UN Statistical Commission’s formal deliberations. 

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Sustainable Tourism Coursera Week 1 Quiz Answers

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Sustainable Tourism Coursera Week 1 Quiz Answers – Global trends in tourism

Question 1 Since the 1950’s international tourist arrivals have increased from 25 million globally, to 527 million in 1995, and 1.2 billion in 2016. How many billion of international tourist arrivals (annually) are expected by 2030?

• 1.6 billion
• 1.8 billion
• 1.9 billion
• 2.1 billion

Question 2 According to figures from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) it is estimated that airline passengers during transport generated 5.2m tons of waste in 2016. The figure is expected to…

• … be the same by 2030
• … double by 2030
• … triple by 2030

These are Sustainable Tourism Coursera Week 1 Quiz Answers

3. Question 3 As presented in the report Tourism Highlights 2017, The World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO), estimates that the tourist arrivals between 2010 and 2030, with regard to both emerging destinations and advanced economies, respectively, will what:

• The, arrivals in emerging destinations (-0.4% a year) are expected to decrease annually at twice the rate of those in advanced economies (-0.2% a year).
• The, arrivals in emerging destinations (+4.8% a year) are expected to increase annually at the same rate of those in advanced economies (+4.8% a year).
• The, arrivals in emerging destinations (+4.4% a year) are expected to increase annually at twice the rate of those in advanced economies (+2.2% a year).

Which of the charts below shows according to UNWTO the correct distribution between means of transportation by tourists in 2018?

• air (25%), road (49%), rail (2%), water (14%)
• air (35%), road (39%), rail (2%), water (4%)
• air (58%), road (37%), rail (2%), water (4%)

5. Question 5 The World Bank provides open data on International tourism arrivals. Please explore the data. How many international arrivals do you find respectively for Indonesia and Caribbean Small States for the years 2000 and 2015?

• Year 2000: Indonesia: 5.064.000, Caribbean Small States 4.991.000 – Year 2015: Indonesia: 6.422.700, Caribbean Small States 10.407.000
• Year 2000: Indonesia: 9.064.000, Caribbean Small States 4.991.000 – Year 2015: Indonesia: 10.407.000, Caribbean Small States 6.422.700
• Year 2000: Indonesia: 5.064.000, Caribbean Small States 11.115.377 – Year 2015: Indonesia: 10.407.000, Caribbean Small States 17.200.000

Sustainable Tourism Coursera Week 1 Quiz Answers – Tourism and the global sustainability agenda

According to Professor Stefan Gössling, the World Tourist Organisation and many governments in developing countries focus upon growth in the tourist sector. This supports the paradigm that tourism is a growth sector supporting e.g. job creation for a low skilled workforce . However, Prof. Gössling calls for a different discussion about tourism – What question would Gössling like to discuss?

• What does the money actually do to strengthen the local government?
• What does the money actually do within the local tourism sector?
• What does the money actually do within the destinations?

The UNWTO report, Tourism and the Sustainable Development Goals, Journey to 2030 – Highlights, mentions some of tourism’s challenges and threats, including irresponsible consumption and production and poor management of resources and waste. The achievement of which SDG’s are the most impacted by these Challenges and threats (multiple correct answers).

• SDG 7 ‘Affordable and Clean Energy’
• SDG 4 ‘Quality Education’
• SDG 11 ‘Sustainable Cities and Communities’
• SDG 14 ‘Life below Water’
• SDG 3 ‘Good Health and Well-being’
• SDG 12 ‘Responsible Consumption and Production’

Sustainable Tourism Coursera Week 1 Quiz Answers – The impacts of tourism on local communities

1. Question 1 Which statement describes correctly the employment situation for Zanzibaris in the tourism sector on Zanzibar?

• Zanzibaris hold 52% of managerial positions in restaurants and 46% in hotels compared with 43% of unskilled jobs in hotels and 47% in restaurants, respectively.
• Zanzibaris hold 11% of managerial positions in restaurants and 46% in hotels compared with 83% and 70% of unskilled jobs in hotels and restaurants, respectively.
• Zanzibaris hold 52% of managerial positions in restaurants and 46% in hotels compared with 83% of unskilled jobs in hotels and 70% in restaurants, respectively.

2. Question 2 Even though the tourist industry has a capacity for economic growth for local communities, it is not always the case. A study from Zanzibar published in 2015 found that…

• 60% of the GDP generated by tourism accrued to local communities; 5% went to the government in the form of taxes and 12% to Zanzibaris from outside the local communities. Non-Zanzibaris, from mainland Tanzania and other countries, obtain 23% of tourism GDP.
• 40% of the GDP generated by tourism accrued to local communities; 15% went to the government in the form of taxes and 12% to Zanzibaris from outside the local communities. Non-Zanzibaris, from mainland Tanzania and other countries, obtain 33% of tourism GDP.
• 20% of the GDP generated by tourism accrued to local communities; 15% went to the government in the form of taxes and 12% to Zanzibaris from outside the local communities. Non-Zanzibaris, from mainland Tanzania and other countries, obtain 53% of tourism GDP.

3. Question 3 As one of the fastest growing economic sectors in the world, tourism is increasingly recognized as a vital contributor to job and wealth creation, environmental protection, cultural preservation and poverty alleviation. However, this is far from always happening because…

• … the failure of the state to fulfil its responsibilities to translate the opportunities presented by tourism into social and economic development or ‘public goods’.
• …the failure of the local tourist organisation to fulfil its responsibilities to translate the opportunities presented by tourism into social and economic development or ‘public goods’.
• …the failure of the educational system to fulfil its responsibilities to translate the opportunities presented by tourism into social and economic development or ‘public goods’.

4. Question 4 Associate Professor Stig Jensen highlight that the growing number of tourists from Africa traveling to other destinations in Africa, may contribute more economically per person to the local communities than the tourists from North e.g. Europe. Why? (select 4 answers).

• They spend money shopping in big malls
• They hire local guides
• They mostly choose small hotels
• They choose restaurants with local food
• They buy food from locals

Sustainable Tourism Coursera Week 1 Quiz Answers – International hotel certifications Quiz

1. Question 1 Tourist sustainability certification can (Source: Dodds & Joppe, 2005)” be described as:

• “The process of assuring industry and consumers that the assessed company has met a set of minimum standards. The purpose of certification has been to achieve mandatory standards which meet or exceed baseline standards or legislation”
• “The process of assuring industry and consumers that the assessed company has met a set of minimum standards. The purpose of certification has been to achieve voluntary standards which meet or exceed baseline standards or legislation”

2. Question 2 The sustainability certification schemes can be divided into three main types. Below you see short statements on each type as described by Professor Flemming Konradsen. One of the statements has been manipulated and is no longer correct. Which one?

• The first level certification involves a destination or business that has develop its own sustainable management system. It could be developed to fit its own needs and political or sector specific priorities. The quality of the scheme is not verified by any external organisations.
• The third level certification is much like the second certification; however, a major difference lies in the control. As soon as a destination or business has implemented a set of criteria developed by an independent organisation, a third part verifier, an auditor, will confirm that the destination or business conforms to the developed criteria.
• The second level certification is where a local or international organisation develops a set of criteria for a business or destination for them to meet. It could be based on local needs and priorities and may even follow international standards. The organisation responsible for the content of the criteria will not check nor approve the destination or business.

3. Question 3 In the interview, Niels Riis Jensen mentions GSTC. GSTC or the Global Sustainable Tourism Council is an independent, neutral non-profit organization which establishes and manages global sustainable standards, GSTC Criteria. These criteria are “the guiding principles and minimum requirements that any tourism business or destination should aspire to reach in order to protect and sustain the world’s natural and cultural resources, while ensuring tourism meets its potential as a tool for conservation and poverty alleviation.”. GSTC has two sets of criteria. Which? (multiple correct answers).

• Destination Criteria
• Industry Criteria
• Hotel Criteria
• Transportation Criteria
• Tour operator Criteria

4. Question 4 Niels Riis Jensen recognizes that it is costly and in other ways demanding to achieve an internationally approved third level certification. To facilitate the procedure, he suggests small hotels to…

• … pool knowledge among more hotels and work together
• … develop their own sustainable management system
• … choose a second level certification as an alternative

5. Question 5 The survey Environmental Sustainability in the Hospitality Industry: Best Practices, Guest Participation, and Customer Satisfaction, gives a strong indication “that travelers who do not participate in hotels’ green programs would be willing to do so if they were given incentives. Although many guests’ green behavior is motivated by their personal beliefs, the survey found that others would respond to rewards, including frequent guest points or food vouchers.”. How big a percentage of guests who are not currently participating in hotels’ green programs would according to the survey take action if rewards were offered?

• Less than 50%
• Between 50% and 80%
• More than 80%

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‘Tourists ask a lot of questions’: Great Barrier Reef guides face up to bleaching tragedy

Tour boat divers have long borne witness to mass bleaching events. Once reluctant to wade into discussions about global heating, they are now opening up

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“You can see it on their faces,” says scuba diving instructor Elliot Peters. “There’s definitely some remorse and sadness.”

Peters works at a resort on Heron Island in the southern part of the Great Barrier Reef and, in recent weeks, he’s had to tell curious guests why so many of the corals around the island are turning bone white.

The reef is in the middle of its fifth mass bleaching event in only eight years – an alarming trend driven by global heating in a year that has seen record global ocean temperatures.

Peters has never seen a mass coral bleaching event up close before, but this summer he’s seen ancient boulder corals that can live for hundreds of years bleaching and showing signs of death.

“If anything it’s motivating me,” he says. “It’s opening the doors to get people talking about climate change and the health of the reef. People are thanking us for telling the truth about what’s going on here.”

The Great Barrier Reef is a major export industry for Australia, with one 2017 report estimating the reef supports 64,000 jobs and contributes $6.4bn to the national economy.

But as the impact of global heating on the reef made global headlines in 2016 and 2017, tensions in the tourism industry started to emerge. One tourism head called stories of catastrophic bleaching a “great white lie”.

“The reef is the most significant natural attraction that this country has to offer,” says Daniel Gschwind, a professor at Griffith University’s tourism institute and the chair of the committee that represents reef tourism to the government’s Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority.

“It’s a challenge because as a phenomenon, [global heating] is affecting what we ultimately sell.”

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‘If the reef dies, we die’

Gschwind says for many years, tourism operators were reluctant to talk to guests about the threat of climate breakdown.

The reef has experienced mass bleaching in 2002, 2016, 2017, 2020, 2022 and now again in 2024. But for an ecosystem the size of Italy, the effects are not uniform.

What is coral bleaching?

Coral bleaching describes a process where the coral animal expels the algae that live in their tissues and give them their colour and much of their nutrients.

Without their algae, a coral’s white skeleton can be seen through their translucent flesh, giving a bleached appearance.

Mass coral bleaching over large areas, first noticed in the 1980s around the Caribbean, is caused by rising ocean temperatures.

Some corals also display fluorescent colours under stress when they release a pigment that filters light. Sunlight also plays a role in triggering bleaching.

Corals can survive bleaching if temperatures are not too extreme or prolonged.  But extreme marine heatwaves can kill corals outright.

Coral bleaching can also have sub-lethal effects, including increased susceptibility to disease and reduced rates of growth and reproduction.

Scientists say the gaps between bleaching events are becoming too short to allow reefs to recover.

Coral reefs are considered one of the planet’s ecosystems most at risk from global heating. Reefs support fisheries that feed hundreds of millions of people, as well as supporting major tourism industries.

The world’s biggest coral reef system – Australia’s Great Barrier Reef – has suffered seven mass bleaching events since 1998, of which five were in the past decade. 

In any given year, some reefs escape the heat stress, some turn white but then regain their colour, while some corals will die. Bleaching can make corals more susceptible to disease, slow their growth and impede their reproduction.

Government scientists were this week carrying out in-water and aerial surveys to assess the bleaching across the whole reef, but it could be weeks, or even months, before there’s a clear picture of how severe this year has been.

The long-term prognosis for the reef is not good. As global heating continues, the chances of ever more intense heat stress events is rising.

“It’s difficult to communicate a bleaching event accurately,” says Gschwind. “With an event like this one, by the time it’s communicated to a consumer in London or Shanghai the message received could be ‘the reef is not worth visiting any more’. That’s the challenge to the tourism industry and it’s why many operators struggle with this.”

Divers on tourism boats are often the first to raise the alarm, and this year operators have sent more than 5,000 observations to the marine park authority.

“That’s where the industry and operators see their social role. They’re the communicators of this story – operators are the sentinels,” says Gschwind.

“They see what global warming is doing to the natural environment that we all depend on. If the reef dies, then we die. We’re the early warning system for what’s going on on the planet.”

The emotional toll of a bleached reef

Since back-to-back mass bleaching events in 2016 and 2017, the park authority has worked with the tourism industry to establish Master Reef Guides, a growing cohort of more than 120 dive professionals trained by scientists and traditional owners on how to communicate the health of the reef and its threats.

Fiona Merida, a marine biologist and director of reef education and engagement at the park authority, says giving tourism operators detailed information on what was happening at the sites they visited “takes the emotion out of it” and gives them confidence to talk to visitors about bleaching.

But she says some reef guides are themselves suffering “ecological grief” this year at seeing the places they love suffer. Reef guides have established a “buddy check” system where guides can check in on each other’s mental health.

Yolanda Waters is founder of advocacy group Divers for Climate and has been diving in the southern section of the reef in recent weeks.

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“It was bleached coral as far as the eye could see,” she says. “I didn’t want to get back into the water. It’s a restorative place for me and to not want to go back in is awful.”

Waters is a former dive instructor and as part of research at the University of Queensland , she has interviewed more than 650 reef visitors in recent years.

“I noticed how difficult these conversations were,” she says. “Tourists ask a lot of questions and it can feel confronting if people have paid $300 to go on to the reef. A big question tourism gets asked is: ‘Is the reef dying? Tell me.’

“The reality is far more complicated, but they want to know from the people who see the reef every day.

“We found [tourists] are actually open to hearing about climate change. In fact the majority weren’t only open to the information, but wanted more. And they wanted to know what they could do.”

“It’s a tricky line: how do we do this in a way that motivates action and does not turn people off? But you have to face the reality – there is still so much to save, and that gets left out a lot.”

‘The time is now’

Tahn Miller has been working as a dive instructor and guide at Wavelength Reef Cruises in Port Douglas in far north Queensland for 15 years.

Miller remembers hearing stories from a decade ago of how some dive guides in other parts of the reef would be told not to mention climate change to guests for fear of perpetuating ideas the natural treasure was either dying or not worth visiting.

But he says there’s been an evolution in the industry, and now far more divers are feeling empowered to talk to visitors about the climate crisis – but only if the visitors want to hear it.

“You have climate sceptics in every group, but I find that’s becoming less and less,” he says. “I tell them I’m not there to change anyone’s minds, but this is what I have witnessed. I try and be honest with them.”

Miller says after the 2016 bleaching, he saw reefs recovering. But his optimism has been eroded in recent years.

There are several tour operators that are also running small reef restoration projections in the areas they visit, including replanting corals.

“Some of the corals I’ve planted – hundreds of them – have already died [this summer],” he says.

“The time is now … we have to make change because if we don’t, we lose massive expanses of reef.”

Back on Heron Island, Peters says he gets stopped by tourists asking him what they can do to help the reef.

“I start by getting them to acknowledge their appreciation for the reef and that we have to do more. I leave them with one or two tips,” he says.

“I say they should ‘use their voice’ and find out about the policies of the people they might vote for. And I ask them to think about where their money is being held – is it in a bank that invests in fossil fuels?”

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Weekly News Quiz: March 21, 2024

By Alexandra Banner and James Grant

A controversial law. A stunning superbloom. The world's happiest counties. What do you remember from the week that was?

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Which fruit in the US contains the most amount of pesticides?

Strawberries topped this year's "Dirty Dozen" list — a ranking of the fruits and vegetables contaminated with the most pesticides. Many of the so-called “dirty” crops grow close to the ground, making them particularly subject to pests.

Which global leader secured a fifth term in office this week?

Devoid of any credible opposition, Vladimir Putin received 87% of the vote in Russia’s presidential election this week, according to officials.

Roughly how many migrant encounters occurred at the US-Mexico border last year?

There were around 2.5 million migrant encounters at the US-Mexico border last year, according to Department of Homeland Security estimates. Amid a battle over a controversial immigration law , a new report shows migrants are substantially increasing the pool of workers in the US and could boost the economy by an additional $7 trillion over the next decade.

Which state will soon be blanketed by a rainbow of wildflowers?

California will soon be decorated with vivid wildflowers after drenching winter rains set the stage for a spectacular superbloom .

Which tech company received an $8.5 billion grant from the White House this week?

President Biden announced one of the biggest federal investments in US microchip manufacturing on Wednesday — a $8.5 billion grant to tech giant Intel. Currently, the US makes none of the most advanced kind s of chips needed for artificial intelligence technologies.

During which month are the Paris 2024 Olympics set to begin?

The Paris 2024 Opening Ceremony — the first to be held along a river — is scheduled for July 26. Amid the ongoing war in Ukraine, Russian and Belarusian athletes will not participate in the opening ceremony , the International Olympic Committee said Tuesday.

Which state passed legislation this week that would prohibit diversity, equity and inclusion programs at public schools and universities?

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey signed a sweeping law that prohibits diversity, equity, and inclusion at public schools and universities. The law goes into effect on October 1.

Which event this week was celebrated around the world?

The first day of spring, or the Spring equinox , arrived for millions of people around the world this week. Many gathered at popular landmarks to partake in cultural and ancient traditions.

Stocks soared this week as investors cheered the Federal Reserve's decision to keep interest rates unchanged. How many rate cuts are still expected later this year?

Federal Reserve officials anticipate cutting rates three times this year even though inflation is above the Fed’s 2% target.

According to the 2024 World Happiness Report, what is the world’s happiest country?

The World Happiness Report is out, and once again the Nordic countries are humming along with the highest scores. Finland ranks first .

Hyundai EV pilot test to support ultraluxury tourism in Saudi Arabia

Hyundai will run pilot tests with its electric vehicles (EVs) and hydrogen fuel cell cars to boost ultraluxury tourism in Saudi Arabia. 

Hyundai Motor Group signed a memorandum of understanding with Red Sea Global to run pilot tests in the ultraluxury tourism destination of Amaala and Ummahat Islands resort. Red Sea Global is owned by the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia, which is in charge of developing the country’s tourism. 

“With this MOU, we will explore various cooperation opportunities that can make the best of both parties. Hyundai Motor Group will continue to push for partnerships to secure future growth engines and contribute to the global energy paradigm shift,” said Lee Dong-kun, vice president at Hyundai Motor Group.

Saudi Arabia aims to spread the adoption of green cars by partnering with the South Korean automaker reported the  Korea Herald . The pilot tests conducted at Amaala and Ummahat Islands Resorts are expected to promote eco-friendly future mobility in Saudi Arabia.

“Through Hyundai Motor Group’s state-of-the-art technology and eco-friendly mobility solutions, we have moved a step closer to carbon neutrality while being able to exceed the customers’ expectations for style, comfort, and environmental responsibility,” noted Red Sea Global CEO John Pagano. 

Hyundai IONIQ 5 N becomes a finalist in the 2024 World Car Awards

Pagano called Hyundai a world-class leader in sustainable, luxury mobility. The Asian automaker has released some impressive award-winning all-electric vehicles. For instance, the  Hyundai IONIQ 5  was named the Best Electric Five-Passenger SUV for families. Meanwhile, the  IONIQ 6  was named Midwest Automotive Media Association’s favorite plug-in vehicle. 

In 2023, the Hyundai and KIA brands placed  second together in EV sales in the United States . The Hyundai Motor Group brands were behind Tesla and beat Detroit-based legacy automakers Ford and General Motors.

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The Uganda Development Corporation (UDC) has asked government agencies and Ministries to market Speke Resort convention centre in and out of the country.

Promoting the centre as a tourism and conference infrastructure would bring in more foreign earnings and position Uganda with the capacity to host global conferences, UDC executive director, Patrick Birungi, said.

The convention centre hosted the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) and the G77+ China in January.

While addressing the media shortly after the inspection of the centre, Birungi said the main purpose of the centre was to host the NAM and G77 summit that ended and currently the centre is free but can still serves other purposes.

“The main purpose of this centre was to host NAM and G77+ China summit but currently the centre is not in use. The facility is currently available for meetings, and conferences among other events from both within Uganda and globally,” Birungi said observing the need to attract business to the convention centre.

Uganda Tourism Board, government agencies, private sector, and public sector, please let us market this centre in our various meetings and bring the conference here that we are ready to host here. The seating capacity of the conference hall stands at 3800 people both in the gallery and main hall down.

This is the largest convention centre in the region and none is comparable to it,” Birungi revealed.

He noted that UDC is a partner in the convention centre owning 50% of the shares of the centre and other shares are owned by Meera Investment Limited owned by the Ruparelia Group of companies.

Birungi said that in Commonwealth Resort, the government owns only 25% of the shares.

The chairman of the Ruparelia Group of companies Sudhir Ruparelia said when the construction of the convention centre started in 2023, 99.9% of the people never believed that the convention centre would be completed on time adding this he and some of his family members had to sleep at the construction site to see that the work is done perfectly and completed on time.

“Sheena Ruparelia slept at the construction site for six months. Every day they started the construction at 6:00 am and left at 11:00 pm. I slept at the construction site for four months and my wife and other daughters Meera Ruparelia were also here at the construction site supervising,” Sudhir said adding that the construction of the centre was a big commitment of the family.

Sudhir revealed that within one year, the work design was done and construction commenced he had to import 400 containers of construction, furniture, and chandeliers among others.

“Our neighboring countries are marketing their centres and hope that we can also do the same to see that this centre is marketed to,” Sudhir said.